1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Sedona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |